HS2 Flashcards
1
Q
What is it? 1
A
HS2 is a rail link connecting London to Birmingham, Manchester and Leeds
2
Q
What is the aim? 4
A
Reduce journey times
Boost economic growth
Modernise rail infrastructure
Take people off the road
3
Q
Is it top down or bottom up economic growth? 3
A
Top down
Expensive
Government
4
Q
Advantages? 7
A
Green corridor - 7 million trees Updated infrastructure Reduced journey times Free up trains Multiplier effect AONB not damaged Bring UK cities closer together
5
Q
Disadvantages? 5
A
Will cost £60 billion Ancient woodlands destroyed Affect house prices Buildings must be demolished 36 trains every hour
